I took the boys to the Annisquam the other day because they’ve been wanting a chance to jump off the bridge. It was about 90 minutes after high tide and neither of them were sure they up for the challenge, so they swam off the dock for a moment while deciding what to do.
While swimming, this charmingly goofy bunch of boys came stampeding down the dock, towels tossing, smiles flashing, and enthusiasm bursting! Quintessential summer kids! The three of us stopped and watched them in awe. Without missing a beat, they were leaping, splashing, cheering, and even back-diving, with abandon.
As I was snapping photos of them, I noticed that Thatcher was almost immediately in line with them, waiting his turn. While maybe not as savvy as the rest, Thatch stood (a bit shakily) up on the railing and took flight.
A big “Thanks” to that awesome bunch of boys for letting Thatcher jump right in (pun intended) and join them in their last few moments of summer fun.
Good kids…enjoying a summer tradition…in one of Cape Ann’s most beautiful spots.
Good Morning Gloucester 
It doesn’t get any better than that! For the kids, the great pictures and the memories this brings to mind!!
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We are so fortunate to live here and have kids that will grow up with days like these as memories. Thanks, Lowell!
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Great shots ~ great fun ~ good harbor bridge jumping was the best I could do ~ my grandchildren made the same jump this summer. We’ll have to find that annisquam jump another year. Good going Thatcher 😉
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Jumping off the GHB bridge is equally as special. It is all about summer memories and traditions! Thanks, Mary!
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